You have heard the cliché of a “Rags to Riches” story. Loretta Lynn’s Coal Miner’s Daughter Museum allows visitors to see that up-close in person! Her legendary life and career are preserved at her Ranch for all to see in the 18,000 square feet complex she built and completed in 2001.
Loretta Lynn is a “hoarder” because anyone who grew up in the hills of Eastern Kentucky saved everything. We at her Ranch and the museum, are so thankful she is! The museum collection would not be possible if she had not kept everything of her life. The museum, as visitors walk through, tells a long, vast story of her life, her family, and her amazing career. Visitors will experience her legendary life, and see that Loretta Lynn is such a huge fan of everyone in entertainment and even in our American political fields with the amazing collection she has amassed from her great, close friends!
Come see, experience, and live her life through her eyes! Even more precious is that Loretta welcomes her visitors to take photos inside for their own collection!
Located in the Grist Mill, Loretta’s Fan & Doll Museum hosts a vast array of Dolls and Gifts sent to Loretta from her Loving and Devoted Fans over the course of her six-decade career.
For the love of her fans Loretta Lynn wanted to create a special museum dedicated to her fans to showcase some of the amazing gifts they have given her throughout her long iconic career! This special museum was installed in her historic Grist Mill, which was once her original museum she and husband Mooney built in 1976. In 2001, when she built her new museum, this historic area became her “Doll and Fan Museum”. What is so special of Loretta is that she built this for her fans, and it remains a free attraction at her Ranch.
Step back in time and visit her newly added “Frontier Homestead” The original log cabins are completely furnished and include main living quarters, kitchen and tool room.
There are over four hundred artifacts on display including a vast array of tools, saws, saddles, cookware & utensils, crocks, churns, clothing, horse-drawn equipment, wagons and much more. One of the many things to see at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch, including Loretta’s Historic Home, Coal Mine, RV Park, Cabins, Gift Shops, Concerts and Museums.
Located at the heart of Hurricane Mills, the famous 1800’s Grist Mill and dam are a staple of our area. This building houses our Mill Shop which has a selection of country items like jams, Jellies, sauces, and locally made and sourced crafts as well as special Kentucky Coal souvenirs.
You will also be able to view Loretta’s doll museum which has gifts that have been given to Loretta by her fans over the years. You will not want to miss our Mill Museum which is dedicated to the history of Hurricane Mills – showing artifacts of the mills legacy as well as photos and antiques that provide insight into the past of our quaint little town.
Being of Native American Heritage, Loretta opened this Museum to preserve this historic culture. Over 5,000 artifacts and relics are on display for patrons to view during their visit to the Loretta’s Ranch. A large variety of modern (Native American Made) relics are available for purchase at Loretta’s Shop which houses the Artifact Museum.
An exact replica of her Butcher Holler Home was built on her ranch so that visitors can tour and see firsthand how this American Icon grew up to become the woman she is! Meticulously designed and built from personal studies of the original home in Eastern Kentucky, this house was created to be as Loretta lived in it before she married Mooney Lynn. The original home still stands outside of Van Lear, Kentucky and continues to be maintained by the Webb Family, though, the original home has had upgrades through the years, such as electricity! Loretta Lynn wanted this replica of her home built as when she lived in it in those early years. Visitors will be able to see many original mementos of her, and her family at this gorgeous replica home at her ranch!
Western Town sits upon the waterfall of the historic Grist Mill. Museums, Gift shops, and guided tours are all located here. There is a large deck overlooking Hurricane Creek and a scenic waterfall.
The Coal Miner’s Daughter Museum, Butcher Holler Home Replica, Simulated Coal Mine #5, Doll Museum, Native American Artifact Museum, Historic Home, and Western Store, Mill Shop and Loretta’s shop are all located in Western Town.
Located at the heart of Hurricane Mills, the famous 1800’s Grist Mill and dam are a staple of our area. This building houses our Mill Shop which has a selection of country items like jams, Jellies, sauces, and locally made and sourced crafts as well as special Kentucky Coal souvenirs.
Loretta’s Shop is everything, Loretta Lynn. This is where you’ll find the largest selection of Loretta souvenirs and music. You can browse our replica guitars, t-shirts, “Coal Miner’s Daughter” glassware and many other items that make the perfect gifts for the Loretta fans in your life.
The Western Store is a western themed gift shop that sits at next to the historic post office. Here you can “Cowboy Up” with our selection of western wear such as hats, boots, shirts, and accessories. This shop also has a great selection for kids clothing and toys. Operating as the main gift shop for The Ranch, the Western Store is where you can purchase guided tour tickets.
The newly renovated rustic themed diner offers a great variety of food selections, drinks, ice cream and even handmade milkshakes. There is indoor seating to escape from the heat and outdoor seating for those who want to enjoy the scenery.
Located on Stagecoach Hill, serves morning coffee and cappuccino. Soft Drinks, Beer, Ice, Firewood and other convenience store items are available.
The Lady Loretta Boutique, Loretta created to be a gift shop for her museum. The Boutique is an upscale shop located inside of the Coal Miner’s Daughter Museum. Loretta helps pick some of the merchandise available. Ranging from jewelry and clothing to Music and Collectibles, the Boutique boasts a unique theme and has merchandise available only there! It is also the location of the Loretta Lynn Christmas section.
